The UK Government’s recent initiative to revise the Decent Homes Standard (DHS) and extend its reach into the private rented sector through the Renters’ Rights Bill has sparked a robust conversation within the housing industry, aiming to ensure that tenants across all sectors live in safe, warm,
Imagine a once-forgotten stretch of land along Liverpool’s Mersey waterfront, previously a landfill, now on the cusp of becoming a beacon of sustainable urban living. The Festival Gardens housing scheme, spanning 27 acres, represents a bold vision to transform this brownfield site into a thriving
Imagine a region where public buildings, from schools to hospitals, become beacons of sustainability, slashing carbon emissions while improving occupant comfort. This vision is becoming a reality in Greater Manchester, where a £28 million Public Building Retrofit Fund (PBRF), led by the Greater
In the sprawling suburbs of Melbourne, a staggering reality has emerged that has caught the attention of homeowners and prospective buyers alike: the cost of constructing a new home in several areas now exceeds $1 million on average, reshaping the housing landscape. This isn’t a phenomenon limited
In recent years, the landscape of global trade has undergone a seismic shift, with tariffs emerging as a dominant force impacting industries across the United States, particularly in retail and real estate. Since 2023, a 10% across-the-board tariff on most imports, combined with sector-specific
Detroit, a city long associated with industrial grit and resilience, finds itself at the heart of a housing crisis that could reshape its future, as major landlords who control vast swaths of the city’s residential rental properties are staring down the barrel of financial ruin. Foreclosures and
